Fogle Dam 1

TR-NORTH FORK EDISTO RIVER· Orangeburg, South Carolina· Built 1961· 34 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fogle Dam 1 is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	34 ft (taller than 86.3% in SC)
Max Storage	313 acre-ft
Normal Storage	271 acre-ft

Surface Area	24 acres
Year Completed	1961 (65 years old)
NID ID	SC00436

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 17, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

EDWIN H LEWIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fogle Dam 1?

Fogle Dam 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Fogle Dam 1?

Fogle Dam 1 is owned by EDWIN H LEWIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fogle Dam 1 built?

Fogle Dam 1 was completed in 1961, making it 65 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Fogle Dam 1?

Fogle Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Fogle Dam 1?

Fogle Dam 1 has a dam height of 34 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Fogle Dam 1 last inspected?

Fogle Dam 1 was last inspected on April 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.